Over 100 businesses answer BCP Council’s PPE appeal
Following an appeal for more personal protection equipment (PPE), over one hundred local businesses have come forward to help meet the Council’s front-line service demands.
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Smokers more likely to develop complications from COVID-19
Public Health Dorset is joining health professionals in calling on smokers to #QuitforCovid, and offering free stop-smoking support through LiveWell Dorset, as new evidence comes to light which suggests that smokers are at greater risk from COVID-19.
Maternity services are open for business – help keep them that way
The Royal College of Midwives has called on every pregnant woman to support them in keeping services open and available.
Online mental health support groups announced by Dorset Mind
Social isolation is particularly difficult for those suffering from mental health issues and so Dorset Mind has announced a timetable of local online groups.
Silver anniversary for The Beehive Centre
Before lockdown, The Beehive Centre, which is operated by Dorset’s disability charity Diverse Abilities, celebrated its 25th birthday at The Hamworthy Club.
Now could be the time to learn to meditate
If you’ve never meditated, now could be the time to give it a go and LiveWell Dorset has produced a practical guide to help you.
Domestic abuse services in Dorset to receive share of additional funding
Each year around 1.3 million women and 600,000 men across the UK suffer some form of domestic violence and abuse.
LGBT+ patient speaks out to educate NHS staff
A young transgender patient has given local NHS staff invaluable training and insights into dealing with LGBT+ (Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender+) people.
TAKE IT IN – AND STAY HOME TO SAVE LIVES
The Tourism team at Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Council (BCP Council) have created a strong emotional video echoing the government’s advice to stay at home and save lives.
Verwood thanks its residents for respecting social distancing
Verwood Town Council has thanked all residents for respecting the social distancing regulations to stay at home, protect the NHS and Save Lives.